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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 11, 1939
Page
8
Mrs J Spalding and her son, Fd, spent a weekend visit in Gladstone, meeting local residents and enjoying the city’s attractions.
The Minicta Young Peoples Union announces a Wednesday meeting at United Church and two upcoming plays. On April 22 the Minicta Y.P.U. presents a play and on April 26 Arrow River players perform in Minicta hall under Y.P.U. auspices. Further details to appear next week.
Miss M and G Kirton spent the Easter weekend in Winnipeg. Miss Jessie Mitchell returned last week from visiting friends at Edrans.
Mr and Mrs A Luckie spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Tes luk at Waldron Sask. J M Elliott is feeling much improved though not yet able to be out. Dr Littlejohn of Virden spent Sunday with his mother Mrs W E Dayton who returned with him for a short visit.
Mr and Mrs E Hulme of Brar don and Nurse Islay Sinclair of Winnipeg spent the Easter weekend with Mr and Mrs FE Sinclair.
Mrs J M Elliott and Mrs Wm Tennant attended the Manitoba Conference Branch W M S executive meeting in Winnipeg last week. A large congregation joined the Good Friday service Friday night and Sunday’s communion featured choir music enjoyed by many attendees.
On Saturday night last about 170 friends of Miss Mary McKin attended a private event. The gathering honored Miss McKin with congratulations and well wishes from acquaintances and neighbors in the community.
A joyous wedding reception followed the ceremony in the hall as a decorated wagon carried the gifts into the room, drawn by five bun nies. Miss J Mitchell delivered the address and Miss McKinnon thanked guests. Music by Arrow River and Leland orchestras accompanied dancing and a luncheon.
Tiny fragment lists Teria Large pickets priced at 5 cents for 2 pounds and 25 cents per pound. Located in Miniota.
Miss Joyce Chapman of Solagirth visits H Finkbener home. Burnt Robertson of Birtie spent a week with brother J A Robertson. Miss E Clark undergoes tonsil operation at Birtle Hospital. Mrs Smith and Kenneth Morrison of Brandon visit Rock Heise home.
Mrs. W. Bardwell, after medical treatment in Winnipeg, arrived home Sunday night feeling much improved.
W Shurwell of Waskada and Misses A Campbell and H Chapman of Russell with J Chapman Myrtle H Lawn Moline and R Wright of Miniota are holidaying at their homes throughout the region.
Five sewing clubs with 45 members met Thursday evening at the church under Miss C Boyes of the Extension department. Mrs. H L Bowman presided as 24 new garments and 15 makeovers were completed along with belts and collars. The display featured group demonstrations and an original song, followed by a short address by Rev H J Bowman and a concluding lunch.
Miss Olga McAdam of Minnedosa visiting with Mrs. T. Borland during a local social gathering.
L Borland of Winnipeg is spending the holiday at his home in town and visiting relatives in the district.
On Thursday afternoon this week the W MS will hold a special meeting and Easter tea inviting the mothers of the Mission Band members as guests.
Mrs. Ruth O Hara underwent an appendectomy at St. Boniface Hospital Winnipeg last week. She was visited during the week by Mrs O Hara and during the weekend by E O Hara.
The Y.P.U. held its final meeting of the season on Monday night. G. L. Thbblee delivered an engaging talk titled Ancient and Modern Methods of Warfare, described as extremely interesting and informative.
Mrs. T. Borland, who spent the winter with her daughter in Winniper, returned home on Thursday. Her health had not been good during the trip, but is reported to be much improved now.
The Evening Auxiliary met in the church parlor on Tuesday evening with Mrs. Ho Coupe presiding. Members participated in a special Easter program and enjoyed a profitable and pleasant gathering hosted by Mrs. N. Hope and Mrs. J. Morrison.
Beulah Keith Calverly of Poplar Point is visiting at the M. H. Johnson residence as part of a social visit.
Readers may subscribe to the Family Herald and Weekly Star through the Miniota Herald Office. The notice invites local residents to arrange home delivery and obtain the paper on a regular schedule.
Miss FE Gordon of Lucky Lake, Sask. is visiting at the Wiltshire.
Mr and Mrs McGillvrey are holidaying at Arden and W Stevenson is staying at Killarney.
Jan and Ted Woods visit Binsearth to spend the holidays with their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Green, enjoying family time and festive activities.
Misses E Morgan of Winnipeg and Littley Johnson are holidaying at their homes in the district. Mrs Gunn of Negina spent the weekend with her parents. Her son Roy left on Monday for a week in Regins.
A successful handkerchief sale and tea at Miss Kvyhoe’s home on Wednesday afternoon raised $26.55 for St Willid’s WA. The event drew community members and featured refreshments and socializing in addition to the sale.
The church hosted a Latter pageant arranged by Mrs. A. Sawyer. Boys and gifts in Biblical costumes portrayed the Crucifixion and Resurrection with a lily decorated cross backdrop. Mrs. Sawyer and Miss Shiley Johnson sang solos. J. Chisholm led the organ. Morgan Johnson played violin obligatos. The service was praised as beautiful and impressive.
A well attended public meeting was held in the hall on Wednesday night last to discuss the suggested postal services. The department presented proposals and listened to residents remarks as part of the consultation process.
The Miniota United Church schedules a series of Special Services through April May and June The second service in the series is set for next Sunday with an expected congregation turnout and a focus on community worship.
On Friday evening April 14 at 7 PM the church will host a Fathers and Sons Banquet served by the ladies of the church. The event will include a programme of toasts and entertainment following the meal.
The silent picture The Wanderer will be shown in the Cherek Auditorium on Friday April 14 at % pm. Admission locals and nonresidents.
Arrow River and Palherston report Sunday schools at 12 noon and 1 p.m. with services of worship at 1 a.m., 2.30 p.m., and 3.30 p.m. Rev Geo A MacMillan and Rev I Powman lead worship. YPU officers preside then Holy Communion. Palherston hosts 7.30 p.m. service led by Rev H M McFarlane.
Beulah and Birtle plan Sunday religious activities led by Canon W. J. Finch and J. J. Henderson. Services include Matins Sermon and Sunday School with Evensong at 7.30 pm and 1 am in Beulah.
A meeting considered discontinuing current facilities in favor of Uno mail deliveries three times weekly and two weekly by regular service. The group preferred maintaining present service with an extra Uno delivery weekly, a year round change. A unanimous resolution supported the proposal while wheat price regulations and the Halibero Beulah line abandonment were debated. A petition to retain the railway was signed and attendees urged writing to Mr Glen about the wheat proposal.
Mr and Mrs C Crockart of Beulah express sincere thanks for gifts and good wishes at their Golden Wedding celebration. The kindness made their day unforgettable. All they can say is thank you.
All claims against the estate must be sent to the undersigned at Arrow River Post Office Manitoba on or before the 10th day of May 1939 dated at Arrow River Manitoba this Saturday day of April 1939 Jane Harding Craig Executrix
Two local farmers challenge the government 60 cent per bushel wheat price. Neither can see a viable path at that rate. One quits land it rented last year to expand acreage despite lower prices. The other farmer steps in to take over the operation.
A fragment notes a farmer claiming rival lifted soil to gain more land. The remark ends with a wry comment about the absurdity of such schemes in the agricultural world.
A Manitoba member in the Federal House declares the government wheat board bill fixing No 1 northern wheat at 60 cents will be amended in committee or forces the government to withdraw by a filibuster. He says the 60 cent price equals 37 1/2 cents and vows action, recalling 1922 Crow's Nest rates episode led by T A Crerar.
In district meetings strong objections were raised to a 60c per bushel wheat price. A Lints proposed a minimum $1 per bushel at the farm, with supporters noting long term benefits. Resolutions urge keeping 60c and adding a $5 per acre bonus, forwarding to Mr Glen and the Transport board.
A terse protest statement notes unanimous resignation by Prairie Provinces asserting unity as vital amid westward challenges. The piece emphasizes solidarity and strength through collective action in response to mounting pressures.
Herman couple of Vermouth? Verm worth welcome Shirley Ann born Thursday March 39th at Virden Hospital to Mr and Mrs W S Henman nee Nelle Andrew of Hormeworth.
Mackenzie couple welcome daughter Marguerie Maud born Friday at Minneapolis hospital to Mr. and Mrs. J T Mackenzie of Rapid City born to Mrs Ethel Bradge nee.
Isabella Harrison is born Monday April 10 at Miriate hospital to Mr and Mrs D J Harrison a daughter weighs in at a healthy size and is welcomed by family and friends.
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